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Effective Advocacy in Family Law
This practical guide examines how strengthening core competencies and applying them at all stages of the legal process can result in more sustainable resolutions to family law matters. Part I identifies nine key competencies, and Part II describes each step in the family law process.
Publication Language: English
Published: January 01, 2004
Publisher: LexisNexis Canada
Today's family law practitioners face unique challenges. Children's best interests must be met while finding a new format for a family going forward. Success in family law depends on a combination of skills, knowledge and attitudes - competencies developed through continuous learning. This practical guide examines how strengthening core competencies and applying them at all stages of the legal process can result in more sustainable resolutions to family law matters.
Part I identifies nine key competencies, how to enhance them, and when to use them. Part II describes each step in the family law process. You'll learn how to...
- Reduce stress in your work life
- Preserve boundaries with highly emotional clients
- Set a realistic fee structure and maintain it
- Collaborate with counsel and all parties to meet the best interests of children
- Create concise documents that facilitate the legal process
- Improve your professional image in court
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Introduction
Chapter 1: Family Law Advocacy
Chapter 2: The Family Law Advocate
Chapter 3: Key Competencies for Effective Advocacy
Chapter 4: Meeting the Client
Chapter 5: Exploring Options and Preparation
Chapter 6: Protecting the Children
Chapter 7: Moving into Court
Chapter 8: Case Conferencing
Chapter 9: Trial and Post Trial
Chapter 10: Ideal Case and Conclusion
